The Top 5 Super League Wingers in 2024
The 2024 Super League season has been graced with an exceptional crop of wingers, showcasing the depth of talent in the league. While legends like Lesley Vainikoko, Pat Richards, and the ever-present Ryan Hall have set the bar high, the current batch of wingers are more than holding their own.
Despite Hall’s ongoing pursuit of the all-time Super League try-scoring record, he narrowly misses out on this top five list. However, his remarkable career and continued impact, having amassed 1,702 metres this season, warrant an honourable mention.
The five best Super League wingers so far in 2024 are:
5. Ash Handley (Leeds Rhinos)
Handley’s blistering start to the season saw him among the top contenders, but injuries and Leeds’ form have seen him slip to fifth place. Despite this, the electric winger has still managed nine tries and averages an impressive 160 metres per game, second only to the league-leading Matt Dufty.
4. Innes Senior (Castleford Tigers)
Playing for a non-top-six side has not hindered Senior’s rise to prominence. The winger has been rewarded with a contract extension until 2026, and his 10 tries, 13 clean breaks, and ability to create havoc in open space have made him a standout performer.
3. Josh Charnley (Leigh Leopards)
Charnley is firmly in the hunt for the all-time Super League try-scoring record, sitting just seven behind Ryan Hall and eight behind Danny McGuire. His consistency in both try-scoring and metres made (182 per game over the past four weeks) has been a crucial factor in Leigh’s resurgence.
2. Liam Marshall (Wigan Warriors)
The league’s leading try-scorer with 12 in 10 games, Marshall has been a constant threat. His ability to consistently make over 100 metres per game, with a remarkable average of 8.89 metres per carry, has been a standout feature of his performances.
1. Adam Swift (Huddersfield Giants)
Topping the list is Adam Swift, whose arrival has transformed Huddersfield’s attack. The winger has scored in every game since Round 3, amassing 11 tries in 10 appearances. His consistency in both try-scoring and metres made (170 yards per game in his last seven outings) has been integral to the Giants’ playoff push.
“The current batch of wingers are more than holding their own.”
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